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In the given equation below, identify the compound which is being oxidized and calculate the R.Q. of the same.

2C51H98O6+145O2102CO2+98H2O+energy
BiologyRespiration in PlantsNEET
Options:
  • A Palmitin, R.Q. = 0.9
  • B Tripalmitin, R.Q. = 0.7
  • C Palmitin, R.Q. = 1
  • D ​Tripalmitin, R.Q. = 0.2
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Tripalmitin, R.Q. = 0.7
When fats are used in respiration, the RQ is less than 1. Calculations for fatty acid, tripalmitin, if used as a substrate is shown:



Thus, R.Q. = 0.7

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